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Hi, everyone, welcome to a recap of all the active giveaways we hosted at The Novel Approach over the course of the past week! In case you missed them, this is your one stop roundup of what's up for grabs, but hurry! Some of them expire at midnight tonight. Tara Lain - $15 Amazon Gift... Continue Reading →
Title: Rogue Wolf Author: Elliot Cooper Publisher: Self-Published Length: 124 Pages Category: Sci-fi/Fantasy At a Glance: What do you get when you take space pirates, alien telepathic species, intergalactic battles, wolf shapeshifters, and then add a dash of romance? You get a great little adventure that I thoroughly enjoyed! Reviewed By: Lindsey Blurb: Exiled from... Continue Reading →
Title: The Penitent Pirate (Pirates of Port Royal: Book Two) Author: Jules Radcliffe Publisher: Loose Id Length: 305 Pages Category: Historical At a Glance: Yes, this is a swoon worthy pirate adventure, and I enjoyed every minute of it. If anything, this book is even better than the first one in the series. Reviewed By:... Continue Reading →
Title: The Rancher's Son (Montana: Book Two) Author: RJ Scott Narrator: Sean Crisden Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 6 hours and 25 minutes Category: Contemporary, Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: This is a tightly packed story full of emotion and intrigue, and Crisden once again makes it worth the price of the book to join in the... Continue Reading →
Title: Admissible Behavior (Marked Men: Book Two) Author: Jenna Byrnes Publisher: Pride Publishing Length: 181 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: This book is a well-done sequel to Acceptable Behavior, and I was glad to see Alex get his own story, but it took me a little time to warm up to Kyle. Reviewed By:... Continue Reading →
We're so pleased to welcome author Damian Serbu to TNA today to celebrate the release of his latest novel from NineStar Press, The Vampire's Protege. Damian has taken a moment to answer a few question for us, and there's also a giveaway, so be sure to check out those details below. Welcome, Damian! The Interview... Continue Reading →
Title: Cinnamon Eyes Author: Nell Iris Publisher: JMS Books Length: 124 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: This was an enjoyable, quick read that is definitely worth checking out if you’re looking for something sweet, but with some nice depth and emotion. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Cory’s had a rough year struggling with severe depression.... Continue Reading →
Title: Shadow of the Templar: With a Bullet Author: M. Chandler Publisher: Self-Published Length: 494 Pages Category: Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: The Shadow of the Templar series continues to impress in spite of some slow spots in the spooling out of this particular narrative thread. I remain a dutiful and loyal fan of these characters... Continue Reading →
Title: A Solitary Man Authors: Shira Anthony and Aisling Mancy Narrator: Jim Pelletier Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time:10 hours and 38 minutes Category: Mystery/Suspense At a Glance: This is a fine book with a complete story and believable resolution and a very satisfying conclusion. The narration is well above average and adds new levels to... Continue Reading →
Welcome to author A.R. Barley, who's sharing an exclusive excerpt with us today to celebrate the release of her new addition to Dreamspinner Press's States of Love line, The Shore Thing! About the Book Sunburned Delaware native Dale Seward spends his summers wrangling lifeguards and cracking crabs. His winters are a whole lot colder. Nico... Continue Reading →
Please join us in welcoming author E.J. Russell today, on the virtual blog tour for her latest release from Riptide Publishing, The Druid Next Door. She's here to chat a bit about Druids, and there's also a giveaway, so be sure to check out those details below. Welcome, E.J.! Fictional Druids The Druid Next Door... Continue Reading →
Title: Coasting (States of Love) Author: Yvonne Trent Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 112 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: This story was very, very sweet, maybe at times a liiiiiittle too sweet, but if that’s what you’re in the mood for, it’s well written, the guys are lovely, and the locale is fun and vibrant.... Continue Reading →
Title: Ticket to Ride Author: Shawn Lane Publisher: JMS Books Length: 78 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Ticket to Ride is a short but intriguing murder mystery. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Chad Storm's longtime boyfriend has a Ticket to Ride on a plane out of Chad's life. But someone decides on a more permanent... Continue Reading →
Title: Straight from the Heart (Wilde Love: Book One) Author: Sam Burns Publisher: Self-Published/Kindle Unlimited Length: 207 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Totally recommended if you are looking for a lighthearted little romance with endearing characters and a relatively low angst level. Reviewed By: Lindsey Blurb: On the same night that Alex finds himself... Continue Reading →
Lisa: We’re so pleased to have author Hailey Turner joining us today to celebrate the release of In the Shadows, book three in the Metahuman Files series. Hailey agreed to answer a few interview questions for me, and she’s also offering a great giveaway opportunity, so be sure to check that out below. Hi, Hailey,... Continue Reading →
Please join us in welcoming author Karma Kingsley to TNA today on the tour for her new release from NineStar Press, Runner, book one in the Runner series. Enjoy Karma's guest post and also be sure to check out the Rafflecopter giveaway at the end. Welcome, Karma! Karma's Credit Card Expires My credit card expired.... Continue Reading →
We're so pleased to have author Elin Gregory joining us today on the tour for her new release from Manifold Press, The Bones of Our Fathers. She's here to give us a glimpse behind the scenes of museum work, and there's also a giveaway, so be sure to visit the Rafflecopter widget below for details.... Continue Reading →
Title: The Darkest Ink (Light and Dark: Book One) Author: Liza Kay Publisher: eXtasy Books Length: 176 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: The Darkest Ink is a fairly good story with a dual mystery plot, and Liza Kay did a great job with Reese’s character. Reviewed By: Maryann Blurb: Sometimes, it takes more than... Continue Reading →
Title: Hot Air: A Villainous Love Story Author: T.J. Land Publisher: Self-Published/Kindle Unlimited Length: 181 Pages Category: Fantasy, Superheroes At a Glance: Adorably klutzy villain and his edgy hero—another Villainous Love Story book, and honestly, each one just keeps getting better. Reviewed By: Jennifer Blurb: Bluster is the most incompetent supervillain around. He’s a klutz. He’s... Continue Reading →
Title: The Deep of the Sound (Bluewater Bay: Book Eight) Author: Amy Lane Narrator: Nick J. Russo Publisher: Riptide Publishing Run Time: 8 hours and 12 minutes Category: Contemporary, Drama At a Glance: The angst is strong with this one—but I loved me some Cal and Avery. Reviewed By: Cassie Blurb: Cal McCorkle has lived... Continue Reading →
Through My Lens: A quarterly blog for Genre Talk Lloyd A. Meeker ~ Through My Lens is just that – a glimpse of my thoughts, questions and opinions about writing craft issues, conditioned by my idiosyncratic worldview, my opinions, my perspective, my sensibilities. You’re in no way obliged to agree with me. In fact, I’m... Continue Reading →
We're so pleased to welcome author Aidan Wayne and the tour for their latest release from NineStar Press, Grounded. Aidan has answered a few questions for their stop here today, and there's also a giveaway, so be sure to check out those details below. Welcome, Aidan! The Interview Q: When did you write your first... Continue Reading →
Title: Tops Down Bottoms Up Author: Jay Northcote Publisher: Self-Published Length: 91 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I’m glad that Jay Northcote decided to expand this cute story, but I wish he would have fleshed it out even more. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Will Rowan’s festival fling with sexy dancer Seth lead to something... Continue Reading →
Title: The Ruin of a Rake Author: Cat Sebastian Publisher: Avon Impulse Length: 336 Pages Category: Historical Romance At a Glance: Cat Sebastian’s adroit hand at penning an emotionally encompassing story is once again on display in this novel, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this book to fans of historical romantic fiction. Reviewed By:... Continue Reading →
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